Monday, July 14, 2014

In a Perfect World…. All families would have access to world renowned speakers


 Amazing weekend. I don’t want it to be over!”

-        Jen
 

DSI Successfully Hosts the 2014 NDSC Convention- From July 11th through the 13th 3,300 guests gathered at the 2014 National Down Syndrome Congress Convention hosted by Down Syndrome Indiana. The convention brought in world renowned speakers and world class opportunities for families to connect. Indy’s own, Dr. Marilyn Bull was awarded the Pueschel-Tjossem Memorial Research Award,  Sure Steps Founder, Bernie Veldman was awarded the Exceptional Meritorious Service Award and Down Syndrome Indiana received the Convention Service Award. Several local DSI Self Advocates including: Angie Cain, Jessica Green, Tommy Sliva, Connor Stoesz, and Sarah Strohl were invited to present in front of a national audience!

The Down Syndrome Indiana office has additional hard copies of the convention compendium. They are available on a first come first serve basis. They may be picked up at the DSI office between the hours of 8:30AM to 2:30PM Monday thru Thursday of any week. For a $5.00 donation to cover the cost of postage, DSI will be happy to mail you a copy of the compendium.

DSI hopes that you will consider taking your 2015 family vacation in Phoenix, Arizona from June 26th to June 28th.
 

“It was uplifting and motivating and just wonderful.  I learned immensely and felt at home.”

-        Tricia

It is my pleasure to serve you,

 

Lisa Wells, Executive Director

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